Building Inspector Specialist - Electrical

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ABOUT US

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing in Money Magazine’s top 50 “Best Places to Live 2016” in the country, and ranking 4th on the “Most Family Friendly” list of California cities by Estately. Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 231,664 residents. As a full service city, Fremont employs over 937 regular employees and has a General Fund budget for FY 18-19 of approximately $205.7 million.

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Community Development Department provides community planning, engineering, code enforcement, and building permit and inspection services. Using the City's General Plan and zoning and subdivision ordinances, the Department acts as the steward of the community by assisting the public through mandated development project reviews, the subdivision of land, and related public improvement plans.

To safeguard life, health, property, and the public welfare, the Department is also responsible for ensuring that buildings and public improvements are designed and constructed according to established standards and governing regulations. The City's capital assets - such as streets, parks, and public buildings - are designed and constructed under the Department's auspices.

WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY LIKE FOR THE BUILDING INSPECTOR SPECIALIST—ELECTRICAL?

- Perform inspections, plan check, and related duties in the specialized field of electrical building inspections.- Investigate unlisted equipment and suspect substandard installations to determine product equivalency.- Resolve disputes over interpretation and application of building codes.- Review building plans to determine compliance to specialized systems and methods and schedules of inspection.- Meet with City officials, business representatives and the general public to discuss specialized facets of inspection, including procedures and problems.- Represent the City at meetings and conferences.- Review and approve building permits.- Train staff in assigned building inspection specialty.- Perform combination building inspection duties.- Prepare correspondence and reports.- Maintain building inspection records.- Utilize computer for tracking projects, writing, and generating reports.

Building Inspector

The City of Pleasant Hill invites your interest for the position of Building Inspector.

POSITION: Undersupervision of the Chief Building Official, the Building Inspector inspects residential, commercial, and industrial buildings at various stages of construction, alteration, or repair; examines residential, commercial, and industrial plans that are submitted for a building permit; and also participates in overseeing building activity to ensure public safety and compliance with codes and regulations. This position may require occasional irregular hours and consists of inside and outside work, including site review and other field work.

DUTIES: Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Inspect residential, commercial, and industrial building projects at various stages for compliance with all pertinent codes, regulations, and ordinances.

Assist with the issuance of building permits and checking of plans for code compliance.

Answer questions regarding building regulations at the counter and on the telephone.

Interact with architects, engineers and developers on matters pertaining to codes and regulations.

Participate in joint inspections with fire and health officials, as well as other City divisions.

Review and maintain correct construction files.

Check for permits and non-compliance of all alterations, major repairs, and additions to buildings.

Inspect water meters, gas meters, and sewer connections.

Perform related work as assigned

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION: Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam, drug screen and background check. California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are required.

SELECTION: All applicants must submit a copy of their ICC certification in order to be considered. The most qualified candidates will be invited for an oral board interview, based on background and experience as evidenced by their application. A written or practical test may be administered. To be placed on an eligibility list, an applicant must pass the written exam, and receive a passing score of 70 or more from each panel member.

APPLICATION: Applications are only accepted online at www.calopps.org and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2019. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.

Secretary II

To perform a variety of specialized administrative and clerical duties in support of an assigned department. This is the journey-level class in the clerical series.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from management personnel and may receive technical and functional supervision from a higher-level clerical position. May exercise technical supervision over other clerical positions.

Collect information from a variety of documents and/or staff; compile data for reports as assigned.

Prepare and assemble agendas, reports or other documents; electronically upload reports and documents onto the Town website and other communication platforms.

Serve as information source to inquiries as assigned and otherwise assist in representing the department by telephone and in person; this includes periodically serving as the Greeter at the Permit and Welcome Center.

Located approximately 40 miles east of San Francisco, Danville is located in the center of the San Ramon Valley. Comprising 20 square miles at the foot of Mount Diablo, Danville features quality housing, a progressive educational system, and a historic downtown village. Danville's current population is approximately 43,146. The San Ramon Valley, part of the growing I-680 corridor, has become a popular location for professional and retail complexes, light industry as well as convenient, yet secluded, living.

DEADLINE

Applications will be received on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The first review of applications will be Friday, March 15, 2019.

Plan Check Engineer

Salary: 7381.00 - 10113.00 Monthly

Job Category: Building

Location: East Bay

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: Continuous

PLAN CHECK ENGINEER

Salary Range: $7,381 to $10,113

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, reviews, supervises, and participates in the review of construction plans and structural calculations. The Plan Check Engineer is a Registered Professional Engineer, who performs the most difficult and complex structural and fire and life-safety plan reviews and has the responsibility for planning, coordinating and supervising the plan checking operations of the Building Division. Performs complex review and examination of building construction, improvement, and repair plans and specifications for compliance with all applicable building codes, laws, rules and regulations. As assigned, provides operational oversight of the building permits issuance process and activities, and coordination of plan checking with other Permit Center departments/divisions. Performs on-site building inspections in conjunction with plans examining work and maintains plans examining records and performs related and other work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Supervision received is characterized by general supervisory direction; receives general outline of work in terms of objectives rather than methods and selects from or adapts existing procedures; assignments require the regular use of discretion, resourcefulness, and independent judgment to provide primarily standard solutions to a wide range of building construction review problems; work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Has latitude for selection of procedures and techniques to be applied. Supervision given includes exercising supervisory authority over the Permit Center staff and inspection staff, as assigned. Work involves providing project direction, training of staff, and conducting performance reviews of assigned staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is conducted primarily in an office setting and at field construction sites as required. Some field assignments involve exposure to variable weather.

EQUIPMENT, METHODS AND GUIDELINES

Typically uses state, federal and local building codes, laws, rules and ordinances applicable to building construction, such as the California Building Code, California Mechanical Code, California Plumbing Code, California Electric Code, California Energy Code, and California Green Building Code; Town policies and procedures; standards, practices, equipment and materials associated with the checking and examination of plans. Uses telephone, building engineering and design reference manuals, calculator and computer terminal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work emphasizes speech, hearing, vision, and dexterity; and to perform the duties required on construction sites: stoop, climb, crawl, balance, maneuver, walk and stand for long periods of time. Must possess the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Plans, coordinates, reviews, supervises, and participates in the review of construction plans and structural calculations for residential, commercial and industrial building construction, alterations, and repairs.

Responsible for performing the most difficult and complex plan checks, including all that require a Registered Professional Engineer.

Investigate reports of structural problems on other assignments and makes recommendations to the Chief Building and Safety Official.

Reviews plans and administers systems and procedures to ensure that plans, structural calculations, energy calculations and specifications comply with all state, federal, and local building laws, rules, ordinances and regulations.

As assigned, provides operational oversight of the building permits issuance process and activities, and coordination of plan checking with other Permit Center departments/divisions.

As assigned, supervise, train and evaluate staff including, but not limited to, assigning/monitoring workload and evaluation of quality and quantity of work performed.

Assists the Chief Building and Safety Official with developing policies and standard operating procedures for Permit Center Activities.

Confers with architects, engineers, builders and homeowners to give and obtain information and interpret building codes and regulations; recommends necessary changes to obtain compliance with applicable codes and regulations.

Attends and participates in development plan review meetings to provide code related comments and guidance for future, current and past projects.

When required, make difficult on-site construction inspections to confirm that construction complies with approved plans and specifications.

Checks the stability of soils and footing systems in accordance with geological and soils reports.

Prepares correspondence to architects, engineers, contractors, property owners and others in conjunction with the correction of plans and engineering details, permit requirements, notices and other matters relating to the acceptance and approval of construction plans and permitting process.

Administers plan review contracts and coordinates the work of outside plan review consultants.

Manages, assigns and reviews quality of plan checks being completed by contract engineers and architects and Permit Center staff.

Advises inspectors on structural and other building related problems arising in the field during construction.

Investigates and completes recommendations for alternate materials and methods of design and construction as required.

Prepares and leads training sessions and seminars for Permit Center staff and inspection staff as required.

State and local codes, laws, rules, ordinances and regulations that pertain to building design, theories and principles of structural design, engineering, soils engineering, mathematics and construction.

General principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Ability to:

Interpret and fairly apply complex building laws and regulations

Apply Town and Department policies, procedures, rules, regulations and practices pertaining to the work and the Building Division

Perform detailed analysis and examination of building and construction designs, specifications and plans; apply engineering and architectural principles and techniques to solve complex construction problems

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. Generally, this will require:

Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible plan check or plans examiner, or four years of experience in the private sector providing building design or engineering services.

Education: A Bachelor's Degree in civil, structural or architectural engineering, or a closely related design or engineering field. A Master's degree is highly desirable.

LICENSES AND REGISTRATION

A California registered civil or structural engineer, or California licensed architect is required. Certification as a Plans Examiner from a nationally recognized certification entity is required at time of, or within 12 months of, employment and is a condition of continued employment. A California Driver License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.

Located approximately 40 miles east of San Francisco, Danville is located in the center of the San Ramon Valley. Comprising 20 square miles at the foot of Mount Diablo, Danville features quality housing, a progressive educational system, and a historic downtown village. Danville's current population is 43,574 (1/10). The San Ramon Valley, part of the growing I-680 corridor, has become a popular location for professional and retail complexes, light industry as well as convenient, yet secluded, living.

Plan Check Manager

This agency is not using CalOpps to accept online applications for this recruitment. Please read the job announcement for details on how to apply.

The City of Fremont

Fremont maintains a workforce of approximately 915 staff. It is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, mutual respect and diversity. Home to a wide variety of innovative high tech, life science and clean technology firms including Tesla Motors, Lam Research, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Redwood Systems among many others. The City’s Innovation District is known as the hottest new address for start-ups. Over the last two years, companies in Fremont received more than $400 million in venture funding according to PitchBook Data. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service. Think Fremont!

The Community Development Department

Fremont’s Community Development Department consists of 72 team members supporting the following divisions: Administration, Code Enforcement, Planning, Plans and Permits ,Building Inspection and Housing.

We’re Looking for someone who is:

- Experienced in leading a team of Plan Check professionals.- Knowledgeable of local City of Fremont ordinances, California Building Codes, California Fire Codes, and their appropriate applications. - Creative and able to resolve customer challenges with a problem solving approach and perspective!- A skilled team leader. Able to lead diverse teams to complete a variety of high profile tasks.- A polished professional. You will represent the City at a variety of venues with major clients as well as at public meetings, including City Council meetings.- Able to make expedient but sound decisions under pressure.- Able to lead with personal accountability and integrity.- Able to work with other divisions, departments and outside agencies collaboratively and in concert with City vision and direction.- Flexible! This position may require the coordination of plan reviews outside traditional hours.

Reporting to the Building Official you will:- Manage the plan review section of the Building Division.- Make complex determinations on fire and building code plan reviews while insuring compliance with local policies, procedure, and ordinances.- Present City information both orally and in writing to city employees and external customers.- Improve team efficiencies by implementing industry best practices.- Manage special projects.- Maintain a position working relationships for team based project reviews between all divisions to achieve business-friendly actions and efficient turn around times.